PARKING LIGHTS
These lights can only be turned on with ignition key
in STOP position or removed, by moving the ring nut
A first to positionOand then to position
.
The warning light
switches on on the instrument
panel.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To activate the main beam headlights, with ring nut at
, pull the stalk towards the steering wheel. The
warning light
switches on in the instrument panel.
When the stalk is pulled towards the steering wheel
again, the lights deactivate, the dipped headlights
reactivate and the
warning light switches off.
FLASHING
You can flash the headlights by pulling the stalk
towards the wheel (unstable position). The
warning light will come on in the instrument
panel.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Bring the stalk to the (stable) position:
upwards:right direction indicator activation;
downwards:left direction indicator activation.
Warning light
or
will flash in the instrument
panel. The indicators switch off automatically when
the steering wheel is straightened.Lane change function
If you wish to signal a lane change, place the left stalk
in the unstable position for less than half a second.
The direction indicator on the side selected will flash
five times and then switch off automatically.
“FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE
This allows the space in front of the car to be lit up
for a certain period of time.
Activation:with the ignition key on STOP or
removed, pull the stalk towards the steering wheel
within 2 minutes from when the engine is turned off.
At each single movement of the stalk, the lights
will remain on for an extra 30 seconds up to a
maximum of 210 seconds; then the lights are
switched off automatically.
Each time the stalk is operated, the
warning light
on the instrument panel switches on and the display
also shows a message and how long the function
will remain active.
The
warning light switches on when the stalk is
first moved and stays on until the function is
automatically deactivated. Each time the stalk is
activated it increases the time that the lights remain
on.
Deactivation:keep the stalk pulled towards the
steering wheel for more than two seconds.
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WINDOW CLEANINGThe right stalk controls windscreen wiper/washer
and rear window wiper/washer operation.
WINDSCREEN WASHER/WIPER
It can be operated only with the ignition key turned
to MAR-ON.
The ring nut A fig. 32 can be moved to four different
positions:
windscreen wiper off.intermittent operation.continuous slow operation.continuous fast operation.
Move the stalk upwards (unstable position) to limit
operation to the time for which the stalk is held
in this position.When released, the stalk will return to its default
position and the wiper will be automatically stopped.
With the ring nut A fig. 32 in position
, the
windscreen wiper will automatically adapt operating
speed to the speed of the car.
With the windscreen wiper operational, if reverse
gear is engaged, the rear window wiper is
automatically activated.
Never use the windscreen wiper to remove
layers of snow or ice from the windscreen.
In such conditions, the windscreen wiper
may be subjected to excessive stress and the
overload cut-out , which prevents operation for a
few seconds, may intervene. If operation is not
restored (even after turning the key and
restarting the car engine), contact a Fiat
Dealership.Do not operate the windscreen wiper with
the blades lifted from the windscreen.
"Smart washing" function
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel (unstable
position) to activate the windscreen washer.
Keeping the stalk pulled for more than half a second,
with just one movement it is possible to operate
the washer jet and the wiper at the same time.
The wiper stops working three strokes after the
stalk is released.
fig. 32
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A further stroke after approximately six seconds
completes the wiping cycle.
REAR WINDOW WASHER/ WIPER
It can be operated only with the ignition key turned
to MAR-ON.
Activation
Turn ring nut B fig. 32 from positionOto position
to operate the rear window wiper as follows:
❒in intermittent mode when the windscreen wiper
is not operating;
❒in synchronous mode (at half the speed of the
windscreen wiper) when the windscreen wiper
is operating;
❒in continuous mode with reverse gear engaged and
the control active.
With the windscreen wiper on and reverse gear
engaged, rear window wiping will be continuous.
Pushing the stalk towards the dashboard (unstable
position) the rear window washer jet will activate.
Keep the stalk pushed for more than half a second to
activate the rear window wiper as well. Releasing
the stalk will activate the smart washing function, as
described for the windscreen wiper.
The function stops when the stalk is released.
Do not use the rear window wiper to
removelayersofsnoworice.Inthese
conditions, the windscreen wiper may be
submitted to excessive effor t resulting in the
motor protection cutting in and wiper operation
being inhibited for a few seconds. If operation
is not restored, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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IMPORTANT Before getting out of the car, make
sure that both switches are in the central position:
when the doors are closed the lights will switch
off to avoid draining the battery. In any case, if the
switch is left in the on position, the roof light
switches off automatically about 15 minutes after the
engine has been switched off.
ROOF LIGHT TIMING
On certain versions, to facilitate getting into/out of
the car, especially at night or in poorly-lit areas,
two timed modes have been provided.
Timing when getting into the car
The roof lights switch on according to the following
modes:
❒for about 10 seconds when the doors are
unlocked;
❒for about 3 minutes when one of the doors is
opened;
❒for about 10 seconds when the doors are closed.
The timing is interrupted when the ignition key is
turned to MAR.
Three modes are provided for switching off:
❒when all doors are closed, the 3-minute timer will
stop and a 10-second one will start. This timer will
stop when the key is turned to MAR;❒when doors are locked (either with remote
control or with key on driver side door), the roof
light switches off.
❒the courtesy lights are switched off in any case
after 15 minutes to preserve battery charge
Timing when getting out of the car
After removing the key from the ignition switch, the
roof lights switch on as follows:
❒if the ignition key is removed within 3 minutes
from the engine stopping, the roof lights switch on
for 10 seconds;
❒for about 3 minutes when one of the doors is
opened;
❒for about 10 seconds when one of the doors is
closed.
The timing stops automatically when the doors are
locked.
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ROOF LIGHT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The roof light is located on the left side of the
luggage compartment. This switches on automatically
when the luggage compartment is opened and
switches off when it is closed. The light switches
on/off regardless of the ignition key position.
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DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press the CITY button fig. 37 to activate the function
(see paragraph "Dualdrive electric power steering"
in this section). When this function is active, the
word CITY on the instrument panel will light up. To
deactivate the function press the button again.
ECO FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press the ECO button fig. 38 to activate the function.
When the ECO function is active, the car is set for
driving characterised by reduced fuel consumption.
When the function is active, the corresponding LED
on the button switches on.
This function stays in the memory and, when the
vehicle is started again, the system keeps the setting
it had before the engine was stopped. Press theECO button again to deactivate the function and
restore the normal driving setting.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
This intervenes in the case of an impact causing:
❒the interruption of the fuel supply with the engine
consequently cutting out;
❒the automatic unlocking of the doors;
❒the automatic switching on of the interior lights
❒the switching on of the hazard warning lights.
On some versions, the intervention of the system is
indicated by a message shown on the display.
IMPORTANT Carefully check the car for fuel leaks,
for instance in the engine compartment, under
the car or near the tank area. After an impact, turn
the ignition key to STOP to prevent the battery from
running down.
fig. 37
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To restore the correct operation of the car, proceed
as follows:
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR position;
❒activate the right direction indicator;
❒deactivate the right direction indicator;
❒activate the left direction indicator;
❒deactivate the left direction indicator;
❒activate the right direction indicator;
❒deactivate the right direction indicator;
❒activate the left direction indicator;
❒deactivate the left direction indicator;
❒turn the ignition key to the STOP position.
WARNING
If, after an impact , you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system, do not
reactivate the system to avoid the risk of fire.
INTERIOR FITTINGSPASSENGER SIDE GLOVE COMPARTMENT
Operate handle A fig. 39 to open the compartment.
WARNING
Never travel with the glove
compartment open: it could injure the
passenger in the event of a crash.
fig. 39
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SUN ROOF(for versions/markets, where provided)
The large electric sun roof comprises two glass
panels; the front one is mobile and the rear one
fixed. These are equipped with two sun blinds (front
and rear) that can be moved manually. With the
sun roof closed, the blinds can be placed in any
position. To open the blinds, grip handle A fig. 44,
following the direction indicated by the arrow until
the desired position is reached. To close them, carry
out the procedure in reverse.
The sun roof can be operated only with the ignition
key turned to MAR. The controls B and C fig. 44
on the front roof light trim operate the roof
opening/closing functions.
Opening
Press and hold down button C. The front glass panel
will move into the spoiler position.
After opening in spoiler position, press button C
fig. 44 for more than half a second to bring the roof
automatically to fully open position. The automatic
roof movement can be stopped in any position by
pressing a button (B or C) again.
Closure
Press button B from the fully open position fig. 44. If
the button is pressed for more than half a second,
the roof will automatically move to spoiler position.
From the spoiler position, press button B fig. 44
again to reach the fully closed position.
Do not open the sunroof if there is snow
or ice on it : you may damage it . In
vehicles with sun roof no roof rack can be
fitted.
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❒turn the ignition key to STOP and keep it there for
10 seconds;
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR position;
❒Press button B in closed position;
❒hold down button B until the roof is completely
closed: the initialisation procedure has ended;
❒press button B again within 3 seconds from the
conclusion of the initialisation procedure;
❒hold down button B: the roof will perform an
automatic opening and closing cycle: should this
not occur, repeat the operation from the
beginning;
❒keeping button B held down, wait until the roof is
completely closed.
DOORSLOCKING/UNLOCKING FROM OUTSIDE
To unlock
Turn the key in the lock fig. 46 to position 1 and pull
the handle upwards.
With central door locking (for versions/markets
where provided), the doors are unlocked
simultaneously when the key is turned.
With remote control (for versions/markets where
provided) press the
button to open the doors.
IMPORTANT Before opening a door, ensure that you
can do it in conditions of safety. Open the doors
only when the car is stationary.
IMPORTANT Open the doors only when the car is
stationary.
To lock
Rotate the key in the lock fig. 46 to position 2 with
fully closed door.
With central door locking (for versions/markets
where provided) all doors must be shut properly.
With remote control (for versions/markets where
provided) press thebutton to close the doors.
If one of the doors is not shut properly, simultaneous
locking is disabled.
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